Daijiworld Media Network - Chandigarh

Chandigarh, Jan 29: In a significant security operation, Punjab Police’s Counter Intelligence (CI) Faridkot, in coordination with the Border Security Force (BSF), successfully intercepted a cross-border smuggling attempt along the Fazilka district border, recovering 2.1 kg of heroin and 21 high-powered pistols with ammunition, officials said on Thursday.

According to DGP Gaurav Yadav, the seized weapons include 11 Glock pistols with 22 magazines, one Beretta with one magazine, five Zigana pistols with 10 magazines, three Norinco pistols with five magazines, one Ghaffar Security (MP-5 type) pistol with a magazine, and 310 rounds of 9mm ammunition.

Preliminary investigations suggest that Pakistan-based smugglers crossed the zero line, attempting to exploit dense fog and nighttime conditions to transport arms and narcotics into India. Alert BSF troops fired warning rounds to stop the breach, and a joint search operation led to the recovery of the consignment.

Assistant Inspector General Gursewak Singh Brar said the operation was carried out following reliable intelligence inputs, with a special ambush planned in Teja Ruhela village, Fazilka. The swift response by the BSF and police teams prevented the consignment from entering Indian territory.

Authorities confirmed that further investigations are ongoing to identify local accomplices and dismantle the entire smuggling network. An FIR has been filed under Sections 21-C and 29 of the NDPS Act and Section 25 of the Arms Act in Fazilka.

DGP Yadav emphasized that the Punjab Police remain vigilant and are committed to zero tolerance against cross-border crimes, ensuring the security of the state.